The purchase of the next pair of shoes is certainly a joyful event, however, new shoes are usually rubbed, creating uncomfortable sensations. After a few days of such torment, only one question interests: "How to treat corns on the legs?". The little finger and heel are most affected. This is explained by close contact with the inner upholstery of the shoe, be it leather, suede or fabric.
How to treat corns on the legs?
Of course, it is better to prevent their appearance in advance, so the issue of choosing shoes should be approached very carefully. Shoes should fit exactly and fit close to the foot, but not tight. As a rule, the formation of corn makes us act primitively, because usually people use a cooling ointment, a patch or a simple cream with menthol. This action cannot be called a treatment in any way, because the patch only protects the site of damage from external aggressors. Currently, pharmacies have a wide range of similar products, including plasters with antibacterial impregnation. Some of their types allow you to soften the corn, after which it will be easy to remove it with an ordinary scrub or pumice stone. Dry corn must first be steamed, then treated with an ointment containing salicylic acid.
How to treat leg corns with vegetable oil?
Adherents of alternative medicine recommend the use of compresses based on vegetable oil. We need two pairs of socks, first we put on steamed legs, then we soak in places prone to corns and corns. As the next layer we use either cling film or a bag, and on top of it we put on a second pair of socks. This procedure is best performed before bedtime and leave the compress overnight. When you put on a new pair of shoes, you can take a little trick: treat your little finger, heel, or other area with vegetable oil. It will reduce friction and keep your legs healthy.
How to treat corns on the legs? Get rid of the blisters
So-called wet corn is especially common in people over the summer. Then it becomes uncomfortable to walk and every second you want to pierce the hated bubble, but it is absolutely impossible to do it. The fact is that at home it is almost impossible to ensure the proper degree of sterility without a highly specialized education. Illiterate intervention or cutting blisters can lead to serious consequences in the form of infection, which will require the intervention of a surgeon. Moreover, the removal of wet callus promotes its reappearance in the same place.
Timely prevention
In any case, the origin of corns is associated with a lack of proper care. If preventive measures are taken in time, such unpleasant consequences can be prevented. In particular, it is worth doing regular softening baths with the addition of sea salt and a couple of drops of essential oils, such as eucalyptus, peppermint or citrus. A well-steamed foot should be thoroughly treated with a pumice stone and then greased with a nourishing cream.